Why Cybersecurity in Embedded Systems Matters for Medical and Wearable Devices
I’ve made laps around the sun many times in my life, but when I was a kid, going to the hospital wasn’t all that scary; it was a chance to …
Embedded Systems
How Embedded C Training Advanced My Engineering Career
Starting My Career at DISTek I was hired by DISTek Integration back in 2021 as a Test Engineer, shortly before I was placed on my very first project at a …
Taking Advantage of Model-Based Software Development
Model-based design is a powerful methodology for developing embedded controllers. It links the design, implementation, and integration aspects of the V-Model to encourage safe, well-structured code. Rather than jumping straight …
Sensor Fusion Explained: The Future of Embedded Systems
What Is Sensor Fusion? You pull up to a stop sign. Your office is only a block away, straight ahead. You look to your left and to your right for …
Embedded Programming Tips from a 25+ Year Veteran
Whether you’re beginning your career or looking to become more proficient in embedded software and systems, there are plenty of useful resources to help you. With over 25 years of embedded programming experience here at DISTek, I thought I’d take a few minutes and share some practical tips to enhance your skills.
Software Architecture: What is it and why should we care about it?
Software Architecture Overview Software Architecture is a key component in developing a long term, successful embedded system device. However, the topic of what is included in software architecture is complex. …
Design Patterns for Embedded Systems in C
While I was attending the Embedded Systems Conference this year in San Jose, there was one session that peaked my interest. The session was “Design Patterns for Embedded Systems in C” from Bruce Powel Douglass, Ph.D., Chief Evangelist from IBM IoT(Internet of Things).
